Chapter 3: New Backgrounds
d6 Ideal
Dark Apothecary
The Royal Apothecary Society (or the Apothecary Society,
and abbreviated R.A.S.) is an alchemical society based in
the Apothecarium in Undercity. It was created by Lady
Sylvanas Windrunner in order to create a new undead
plague to wipe out the Scourge. Its members are all
Forsaken or other types of undead beings who joined
Sylvanas' cause. They are constantly brewing up new
plagues and poisons to unleash upon Sylvanas' enemies.
The other races of the Horde believe they are working on a
remedy to cure their "illness". Members of the Apothecary
society are called Apothecaries or Dark Apothecaries.
Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Investigation.
Tool Proficiencies: Alchemist's supplies, poisoner's kit.
Equipment: Alchemist's supplies or poisoner's kit, an arm-
band with an embroidered flask and crown, a notebook,
a set of black velvet robes, and a pouch containing 15 gp.
Feature: R.A.S. Agent
As a member of the Royal Apothecary Society, you have
access to a network of supporters and operatives that are
working under the official support of Lady Sylvanas
Windrunner. Anywhere where you can find Forsaken, you
can find the Dark Apothecaries, that can support you with
safe houses, assistance in finding information, herbs or
alchemical ingredients. This is a two way coin, though, and
they might expect you to help them with one or more tasks.
Suggested Characteristics
As a member of the Royal Apothecary Society you are
probably curious in nature. Whether or not you're looking
for a cure or a weapon you are likely to be striving for the
better of the Forsaken, albeit not necessary for the Horde.
Remember that "better" never means "better for everyone".
Your bond might be associated with other members of the
Royal Apothecary Society, or a location or an object that is
important to it. The ideal you strive for is probably in
keeping with the tenets and principles of the Society, but
might be more personal in nature.
d8 Personality Trait
1
I won't say no to an exciting experiment, unless
I'm the subject.
2
Friends are good. I need potential experiment
candidates.
You can't spell "necromancer" without
3
"romance".
4
I'm looking to cure anyone, no matter their
allegiance.
5
I hide my sinister plans behind a shy smile and
gentle eye... sockets.
I always have a plan for what to do when things
6
go wrong.
7
My attention wanders as I'm always a bit lost in
my own thoughts.
I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I
8 never raise my voice or let my emotions control
me.
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Aspiration. I will prove myself to Lady Sylvanas no
1
matter the sacrifices. (Any)
2
Greed. Dead people don't worry too much about
their gold. (Evil)
Revenge. I am driven by the urge to avenge my
3
death. (Neutral)
4
Honor. I know what the Society is expecting of
me and I will deliver. (Lawful)
5
Beauty. What I do is art, no matter what others
think. (Chaotic)
Change. The curse of undeath must come to an
6
end. (Good)
d6 Bond
1 Finding a cure is the only thing that matters.
I will do anything to repay my debt to Lady
2
Sylvanas for freeing me from the Scourge.
3 I will someday get revenge on the Scourge.
The Royal Apothecary Society will regain its
4
former status.
5 Even in death, I'll continue my life's work.
6
Should my true mission come to light, everything
would be lost.
d6 Flaw
I have a knack of overthinking and
1
overcomplicating solutions.
2
I'm superior to those around me, and I have no
issues pointing it out.
3 I am dogmatic in my thoughts and views.
4 I have an insatiable desire for carnal pleasures.
5 I never question the orders of my superiors.
6 My pride will likely lead to my destruction.
Double Agent
You are an informant for an opposing faction or organi-
zation, secretly providing them with false information on
behalf of another organization in which your loyalty lies.
You may be an informant for the Scarlet Crusade, providing
them with false intel on behalf of the forsakens. Perhaps
you are a member of the Bilgewater Cartel, providing the
goblin trade partners with false information to give the
cartel the richest scores whilst staying out of their reach.
Discuss with your DM the factions/organizations you are
working with and against.
Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Insight
Tool Proficiencies: Forgery kit
Languages: You can speak your choice of Darnassian,
Draenei, Dwarven, or Gnomish.
Equipment: Forgery kit, dagger, two pieces of chalk, 4
sheets of parchment, one bottle of ink, one quill, a set of
traveler's clothes, and a belt pouch containing 15 gp
Feature: Two Sides of One Coin
You have contacts within both organizations that you
provide information to and/or for. Official organizations will
often allow you to commit minor crimes without fear of
punishment, or run a business without paying all the taxes
or fees typically required. Additionally, you can gain an
audience with functionaries from both organizations.
Suggested Characteristics
Having to work for two sides, hearing each sides story and
delivering crucial information false or not. This is not a life
for all, often shaping carries to leave personal connections
behind, distance themselves from 'close' allies.
d8 Personality Trait
1
People are only as valuable as the information
they have.
2 I act sophisticated and proper.
3
Being simple keeps me unnoticed and
underestimated.
4 I always share with those in need.
5 I am paranoid and a nervous wreck.
6
I try to gather as much information as I can
before I act.
I hide behind a facade, only showing my true self
7
to trusted friends.
8
I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I
never raise my voice or let emotions control me.
d6 Ideal
Selfless I use my position to help good people
1
avoid prosecution or victimization. (Good)
2
Manipulative I use secrets to manipulate and
blackmail others. (Evil)
Just Means I get my hands dirt for the greater
3
good. (Lawful)
Freedom I support mine and others right to do as
4
we wish. (Chaotic)
5
Everyone has something to hide, so I trust no one.
(Neutral)
Secretive Everyone has secrets, no one will ever
6
know mine. (Any)
d6 Bond
I got involved in a web of lies to protect the ones
1 1
I love
I work to undermine an oppressive organization
2 2
that harms my home.
I was forced into providing information because I
3 was framed, so I found a way to get back a little of
my freedom.
4 My family relies on my support.
I am stuck in dangerous games because of a
5
loved one's poor decisions.
I need to advance in my position within my
6 truly feel safe on the open road.
organization.
d6 Flaw
1 I always think i'm one step ahead.
2 I see double agents everywhere.
3 I indulge in illegal behaviors whenever possible.
4 I am pessimistic about everything.
5 I am vindictive and impulsive.
6 I am reckless and seek dangerous thrills.
Faction Fostered
You were abandoned at birth and found by members of the
opposing faction, taken in by a family and raised as a
member of their faction. Having had a harsh childhood of
being shunned upon by members of the faction, never fully
being accepted but merely tolerated in their presence.
You might be a tauren born in the eastern kingdoms, and
abandoned by your parents, to be found by human farmers
that took you in, nurtured you and raised you as their own,
or you may be a human of Theramore, who ran away from
your home, to be taken in by orcs and raised as a member
of the horde within Orgrimmar, taught how to fight and
learn the language of orcs.
Discuss with your DM the details of the faction and race
who raised you, as not all races of Azeroth have an equal
relationship towards other races.
Skill Proficiencies: History, Perception
Languages: You can speak your choice of Darnassian,
Draenei, Dwarven, or Gnomish.
Equipment: A set of common clothes, hooded cloak, a
trinket of your faction, book, one bottle of ink, one quill,
and a belt pouch containing 10 gp
Feature: A False Allegiance
Your race and appearance makes you able to enter and go
undisturbed through villages and cities of both factions, eye
may wander upon you as you walk, but none will stop and
ask questions, or raise arms against you.
Suggested Characteristics
Having lived a life amongst races of the opposite faction,
getting to know and love their customs often make faction
fostered social skills within their born faction limited. They
are nonetheless social individuals, many of which greatly
appreciate the races they now have grown up with, and
stand by their side against their own kin.
d8 Personality Trait
I am optimistic and appreciate simple gestures
given to me.
I am genial and make an honest effort to get
along with my new faction.
I smile often, but I am distrustful of people
3
outside my family.
I am quiet and study the people around me
4
intently.
5 I am always looking over my shoulder.
I am uncomfortable in urban settings and only
6
7 I am friendly and extremely curious.
8 I love to talk to people and hear their stories.
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1
Loyalty I never betray a friend, no matter their
allegiance. (Lawful)
2 People I help those who help me. (Any)
3
Aspiration I will prove im worthy of this faction.
(Good)
4 Family Blood is thicker than water. (Lawful)
Anger I was abandoned and am angry at my kin
5
for being left behind. (Evil)
6 Peace All races deserve peace. (Neutral)
d6 Bond
1 My family means everything to me.
I owe everything to the people that took me in,
2
and would do anything for them.
My foster parents were better than my birth
3 7
parents and I love them dearly.
4 I strive to one day find the parents that left me.
I must prove myself worthy of the love of a
5
prominent family member.
6 I must complete a great quest to prove my worth.
d6 Flaw
1 I am very slow to trust others.
I have no sympathy for anyone of my born
2 3
faction.
3 I throw myself into danger recklessly
4 I try to talk my way out of every situation.
5 I always believe those of my foster race.
I am painfully shy and have difficulties speaking
6 6
to people I don't know.
Kirin Tor Apprentice
You have been accepted into the Kirin Tor, Dalaran's elite
cadre of the most powerful wizards on Azeroth. You have
spent time within their school, earning yourself a magi
mentor to oversee your studies and guide your learning.
You've learnt the basics of the schools of magic, and the
ley lines of arcane magic that runs beneath the surface of
Azeroth. You've spent enough time within Kirin Tors
libraries, learning what knowledge interested you, and have
been sent out onto Azeroth by your mentor to seek know-
ledge elsewhere, and to gain experience.
Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, History
Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan's tools
Languages: One of your choice
Equipment: A bottle of high quality ink, a quill, chalk, a
scroll case with 5 pieces of parchment, robes, a candle,
tinder box, and a belt pouch containing 15 gp
Feature: A Prominent Mentor
You know a prominent mage within the Kirin Tor that you
can call upon for answers and information. At the DMs
discretion, the mentors information may be false, missing
vital details, or may not respond within a timely fashion.
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Suggested Characteristics
An apprentice of the Kirin Tor is often eager to learn what
lies around Azeroth, wishing to learn any knowledge given
to them. These apprentices vary drastically in personality,
but they all have one thing in common, a deep lying wish
for knowledge and understanding of the magic of the world.
d8 Personality Trait
1 I am quiet and observant.
I compare any magical effect i see to one I have
2
learned about.
3 I bring up my mentors' teachings often
I enjoy experiencing the world and avoid being
4
'cooped up' in a quiet or stuffy location.
5 I treat others as though they are unintelligent.
6 I am wide eyed and easily excited.
I like to use big words to showcase my
intelligence.
8 I enjoy an intellectual challenge.
d6 Ideal
Protection Magic can protect us from all the evils
1
in the world. (Good)
Power Knowledge can be leveraged into power in
2
the world, and I want more. (Evil)
Respect Magic deserves our humble efforts to
understand and master. (Lawful)
Experimentation New and exciting magics await
4
discovery. (Chaotic)
Knowledge Understanding the world around us is
5
the only thing that matters. (Neutral)
Self-Improvement I will achieve magical power
through self-mastery and understanding. (Any)
d6 Bond
1
I will be known for my power, knowledge, and
discoveries.
2 I will prove myself superior to my mentors.
3 I will bring honor and renown my family.
4
I will discover new magics that my mentor has
never heard of.
A former mentor was a monster, I will avenge his
5
victims.
I have heard of a scroll that contains knowledge I
6
seek that I must find.
d6 Flaw
I point out others mistakes to make them look
1
smaller so I feel bigger.
I can't resist the opportunity to learn a new spell
2
or gain a new magical item.
3 I never learned proper social skills or interactions.
4
I use spells and magic to do things I can do by
hand.
5 I have disdain for authority and act rebelliously.
6 I'm compelled to prove my superior intelligence.
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